Firefly Restaurant

4.9

3019 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Vegetarian-friendly

We serve food that, more often than not, accesses that part of our deepest soul where genuine expression can flow forth. We have always tried to give our food and service our best selves, as honest and vulnerable as we can muster. We strive to be a place where you might actually have a real connection; maybe with your server, maybe with your food or maybe with your possibly gracious host who is ACTUALLY glad you’re there.

Oh, you wanted a restaurant description? Sorry. Can’t really help you there. We’re not so big on labels. Our food is hard to nail down as we are constantly evolving and entirely seasonal and personal. We’ve used “Food you eat” as a tag line on occasion and that remains accurate. We could also describe it as “Food we really want you to eat”. When you’re here, tell us what you would call it.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(415) 821-7652
Website
http://www.fireflysf.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Haley Sausner

Location
4288 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114
Neighborhood
Noe Valley
Cross street
Douglass
Parking details
Pretty easy street parking (for San Francisco), but give yourself a few extra minutes.
Public transit
35 Eureka stops right out front.1 block from 48 Quintara (Diamond St.)2 blocks from 24 Divisadero (Castro St.)
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

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What 3,019 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Contemporary American
San Francisco
Best Food
San Francisco
Healthy
San Francisco
Contemporary American

Review summary

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Firefly Restaurant in San Francisco is a cherished neighborhood gem known for its "consistently delicious" food and "friendly, supportive service." The menu creatively caters to diverse dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegan options. Guests appreciate the "cozy, homey atmosphere," attentive service, and inventive dishes like radish cakes and Moqueca Baiana.

3,019 Reviews

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Heather
VIP
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed another delicious, special, welcoming meal at neighborhood gem (but really a dining destination) Firefly. Longtime favorites cheesy bread, Brussels sprouts & fried chicken w biscuits continue to shine, and we loved the hearty butternut squash/lentil salad and trout dishes too. Wine selection is interesting yet accessible, and desserts are fantastic. Bon appetit!
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Clifford
VIP
San Francisco
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We ate in the recently updated outdoor parklet which was quiet, comfortable and cozily warm with state of the art adjustable heaters over each diner. The food was fantastic and artfully presented. This restaurant just keeps getting better and better.
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Shelley
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything we ordered was delicious, and we ordered a lot of dishes! Family style for the win.
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Bryce
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a spectacular time at Firefly and will definitely be returning. They were so accommodating with our allergies and we loved each and every dish! They had custom menus ready for us when we arrived with annotations about what we could and couldn’t eat, which I’ve never seen a restaurant do before. 5 stars!
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Sarah
Milwaukee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Literally one of the best meals I’ve had in a while. The portions were generous, the food was delicious and I went with a celiac friend who was giddy with the beer options she could have. It doesn’t feel like a gluten free restaurant it is a high end restaurant that happens to be (mostly) gf. It’s not the cheapest option but it’s worth every cent.
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Tony
Sacramento
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous neighborhood gem with relaxed atmosphere, great staff and decor. Menu is varied and interesting and food was exceptional quality. Visitors to SF might not find this place tucked away in Diamond Heights. But if you make the trip it will be worth it!
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Brian
VIP
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was great! Nice date night spot or spot for special occasions. Really enjoyed the atmosphere, service, and food.
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Laura
San Francisco
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The rehabbed parklet is private and warm, with diner-controlled heaters as well as blankets, and a cheerful atmosphere. We were there on one of the coldest nights of the year and everyone was cosy. I continue to appreciate Firefly's dedication to accessibility in its approach to food and service. Everything was delicious and my guests had a lovely experience.
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louise
VIP
San Francisco
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another excellent dinner at Firefly. Great service and food was delicious. Including desserts. We had a great time.
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Tim
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Never disappoints. Took four friends from out of town. We all tried different foods. But the radish cake has always the best thing on the menu.
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Firefly Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 3019 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 26 times today

4288 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Douglass
Neighborhood
Noe Valley
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, American, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Pretty easy street parking (for San Francisco), but give yourself a few extra minutes.
Public transit
35 Eureka stops right out front.1 block from 48 Quintara (Diamond St.)2 blocks from 24 Divisadero (Castro St.)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Haley Sausner
Additional
Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Vegan, Wine

Website
http://www.fireflysf.com/
Phone number
(415) 821-7652

Firefly Restaurant

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Dining areas

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Popular dishes

Fried Heritage Chicken

Griddled Daikon Radish Cakes

Key Lime Pie

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What 3,019 people are saying

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